Head Start: Early Learning Assistant & Classroom Support

Pinal Gila Community Child Services; Eloy (AZ); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Pinal Gila Community Child Services in Eloy, AZ is seeking a Teacher Assistant to support the classroom teacher in planning and implementing early childhood activities within Head Start.

The role emphasizes supervising children, assisting with lesson plans, family engagement, screenings, and maintaining a safe, developmentally appropriate environment; bilingual English/Spanish skills are highly desirable, and a CDA credential program is encouraged.

Qualifications

• Requires HSD/GED; CDA/ECE certificate or AA/AS preferred.
• Must be 18+ years old; six months Head Start/related experience.
• Advanced computer skills with word processing, Internet and e-mail.

Responsibilities

• Directly supervise and assist children in daily Head Start activities.
• Assist with planning and implementing developmentally appropriate lessons and assessments.
• Encourage parental involvement and volunteer participation in classroom and Head Start activities.
• Communicate with families daily and maintain a safe, clean classroom.
• Assist with home visits, parent meetings, and conferences; document progress.
• Assist with screenings and documentation; support IEP/IFSP goals.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Bilingual English/Spanish

Classroom supervision

Education

HSD/GED

CDA credential program

AA/AS preferred

Tools

Word processing

Internet

Email

Job description

Pinal Gila Community Child Services in Eloy, AZ is seeking a Teacher Assistant to support the classroom teacher in planning and implementing early childhood activities within Head Start.

The role emphasizes supervising children, assisting with lesson plans, family engagement, screenings, and maintaining a safe, developmentally appropriate environment; bilingual English/Spanish skills are highly desirable, and a CDA credential program is encouraged.